Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend
“The way to be a citizen of the world is to be at home in a lot of places.”
Overview
Jean Rouch filmed this loving and humorous portrait of anthropologist and filmmaker Margaret Mead in September 1977 while he was a guest of the first Margaret Mead Film Festival. As both a friend and colleague, Rouch reveals a glimpse of the legendary Mead in her later years.
Frequently Asked Questions & Story Details
Who directed Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend?
Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend was directed by Jean Rouch.
Where was Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend produced?
It was produced by companies including Comité du film Éthnographique, The American Museum of Natural History in France.
Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend Ending Explained & Trivia
The ending of Margaret Mead: A Portrait By a Friend wraps up key thematic points regarding its characters. The film showcases excellent use of sound design, writing, and visual effects to create an immersive cinematic environment. For full analysis of ending theories, you can check out our corresponding articles in the Lumaflicks Blog section.
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